Dr. Declan O'Connor

Executive Principal

Like many Springfield students, I came from humble beginnings and it was dedicated teachers who boosted my confidence and shaped my identity as a lifelong learner. Because of this I am committed to providing students with inspired teaching, by a culturally diverse teaching staff, that will foster our students' continued confidence and growth as learners.

Frederick Hurst

Assistant Principal

I am a Springfield native and a proud graduate of Springfield Central High School. After acquiring a Bachelors’ degree in Accounting from the University of Massachusetts at Amherst, I spent eight years working for an international CPA firm. While I enjoyed expanding my horizons beyond Springfield to the rest of the world, my upbringing virtually guaranteed that one day I would eventually come home to contribute to my community. Once I saw the impact that I could have as an educator of students who reminded me so much of myself and my friends at their age, I knew my purpose. I believe that to prepare students for an ever-changing world it is critical that we help them develop the skills to reason, persevere in problem solving, make arguments and critique the arguments of others. Once equipped with these abilities they will be able to shape their own futures.

Bonnie Ramos-Gonzalez

Student Support Manager

I have lived in Springfield, MA, for most of my life and am very hopeful for our community. I graduated from The High School of Commerce.  I have been working with Students in the City of Springfield for the last twenty one years. Now, my goal is to ensure Impact Prep runs smoothly and efficiently. I work everyday to create an environment where students feel empowered to grow and learn from creative teachers.  My hope is to be able to build strong bonds and positive relationships with both our students and staff. Many blessings!!!!

Shauna-Gaye Staine

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Assistant Principal

I moved to Springfield from the Bronx NY to finish my high school education at the High School of Science and Technology. I continued my education journey at the University of Massachusetts where I received my bachelor's degree in Psychology. I then moved on to complete both my Master’s and CAGS in Counseling Psychology. I truly believe in education that we must teach the whole child. This means academics and social emotional learning. All students deserve the right to learn how to develop the skills that will help them navigate their world and become future leaders.